Associate Director, Enterprise Research Partnerships (Advanced Manufacturing Technologies)

• Office of the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Research & Innovation)

• HEW Level 10A

• Fixed-term position for up to 3 years

• Closing date Friday 23rd September 2022 at 11:00PM AEST

• UQ Career: R-16535

About This Opportunity 

The Associate Director, Enterprise Research Partnerships (Advanced Manufacturing Technologies) will support the development of Advanced Manufacturing Technology related major initiatives across UQ, such as the Centre for Advanced Materials Processing and Manufacturing (AMPAM) and the Advanced Manufacturing of Medical Devices Research Hub. To achieve this, the appointee will need to develop and steward relationships with key external stakeholders, federal and state government departments and agencies, external funding entities and technology manufacturing related industry. The appointee will also need to develop a detailed understanding of the University or Queensland capability and align this with external opportunities with a view to strategic development and facilitation of Advanced Manufacturing Technology related research projects and initiatives.

Key responsibilities will include: 

• Lead strategy development at UQ in Advanced Manufacturing Technologies related research.

• In collaboration with academic leaders in relevant fields, lead the development of proposals for large research initiatives relating to Advanced Manufacturing Technologies, including providing strategic leadership and advice regarding engaging with stakeholders, preparing funding bids, and coordinating financial and contractual arrangements, across UQ.

• Align with UQ’s broader Advanced Manufacturing Technologies initiatives and coordinate/liaise with the DVCRI office on relevant topics to secure Advanced Manufacturing Technology related research partnerships and projects.

• Develop and manage key strategic relationships with a broad range of senior-level government, industry, academic and international stakeholders, including influencing complex groups of stakeholders both within and external to the University.

• Work with the Executive Director Research Partnerships to develop and negotiate contracts to establish UQ’s involvement in major research partnerships.

• Provide strategic leadership and advice to meet the aims of the initiatives established in the area of Advanced Manufacturing Technologies

• Advise UQ Senior Personnel on Advanced Manufacturing Technologies related government engagement.

• Grow UQ’s research partnership with local and national government and industry partners.

• Provide strategic advice and reporting inputs to the UQ senior executive relating to Advanced Manufacturing research projects.

• Manage critical non-technical aspects of the Advanced Manufacturing Technologies initiatives (for example setting up major consortia and partnerships) and be responsible for overall organisational objectives in partnerships with key Advanced Manufacturing Technologies initiatives for the University.

• Represent the University in major Advanced Manufacturing Technologies initiatives at senior level meetings with government, industry and academic partners.

This role is subject to The University’s Code of Conduct.  

About You  

• Postgraduate qualification, or equivalent education or training, in a relevant discipline in conjunction with extensive relevant experience in a commercial environment, university or government.

• Substantial experience in influencing and bringing together complex groups of internal and external stakeholders to develop and manage major university research and/or engagement partnership initiatives with demonstrated ability to provide strategic level advice and entrepreneurial thinking in relation to these opportunities.

• Understanding of the Higher Education system and current trends and policies influencing its direction.

• Experience in negotiating and managing complex and/or sensitive projects with national strategic, political, or operational significance.

• Experience in advanced manufacturing technology policy contexts.

• Ability to problem solve, risk manage and apply judgement to complex and/or sensitive issues.

• Proven exceptional interpersonal and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a high performing team and to quickly establish rapport and manage collaborative working relationships with people from diverse backgrounds, disciplines and levels across the University and external public or private sector organisations.

• Ability to develop strategies and provide critical advice on navigating and applying for the various grant programs to leverage funding.

• Substantial knowledge and experience in university-based innovation, contracting and project development, with significant experience in project management and the ability to work well under pressure with constant and concurrent deadlines.

• Highly developed written communication skills and a demonstrated ability to produce documentation to a publishable standard for a highly educated audience.

What We Can Offer 

This is a full-time, fixed-term position for 3 years at HEW Level 10A.  

For further information about UQ’s benefits, please visit Why Work at UQ and review The University of Queensland's Enterprise Bargaining Agreement 2018 - 2021. 

 
Questions? 

To discuss this role please contact Paul Nicholls, Executive Director, Research Partnerships: p.nicholls@uq.edu.au

For application queries, please contact l.inch@uq.edu.au stating the job reference number in the subject line. 
 

Want to Apply? 

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter addressing the ‘About You’ section  

• Resume 

Please note that you will be asked to add all documents into the one upload box labelled ‘resume’, which is step one of the application form.

About the Selection Process 

   
To satisfy pre-requisite questions and ensure your application can be considered in full, all candidates must apply via the UQ Careers portal by the job closing deadline or will not be accepted. 
 

Other Information 

Work Rights: You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. 

Background Checks: All final applicants for this position may be asked to consent to a criminal record check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits. 
 

We value diversity and inclusion, and actively encourage applications from those who bring diversity to the University. Our Diversity and Inclusion webpage contains further information if you require additional support. Accessibility requirements and/or adjustments can be directed to recruitment@uq.edu.au. 

If you are a current employee of the University, or hold an unpaid or affiliate appointment with the University, please login to your staff Workday account and visit the internal careers board to apply for this opportunity. Please do NOT apply via the external job board.